Tonight was the night, the night that has been built up for several months. Tonight, was “The Grand Galloping Gala!” AppleBloom cried. “Ah can’t believe it’s here!” The little filly danced around the room, much to the amusement of her brother, StarShine Apple.

The stallion chuckled at his little sister’s antics as he prepared his suit. “It should be fun, I just wish we got some extra tickets to take you and the rest of the family.”

AppleBloom stopped, but kept her grin. “Don’t worry, big brother.” she said. “Y’all just worry ‘bout havin’ a good time. I’m sure Big Mac and ah would just embarrass you anyway.”

“Oh please.” Star picked up the filly, and began noogying her head. “I could never be embarrassed by you guys.” AppleBloom struggled to get out of her brother’s grip, but he was way too strong, even without his ghost powers. After a few seconds of antics, the halfa released his little sister.

He stood in front of a large mirror, which gave him the ability to check out his attire. He was in a nice tuxedo that complimented his snow white fur. A blue bow was tied around his neck, adding some flair. There wasn’t a single piece of thread out of place, giving him the neatest look the stallion had ever seen. His mane hadn’t changed at all. He loved the spiky hair too much for him to not keep it for the Gala, and whoever told him otherwise would have to deal with it.

“Well, all and all, it looks great. Now I just have to get to the Gala.”

“Wait, the Gala starts in an hour.” AppleBloom pointed out. “And AJ left with her friends a while ago, how are ya gonna get there in time?” Star rolled his eyes, and changed into Star Phantom with a flash of light. He flew a circle around her to prove his point.

“Oh, right.” AB rubbed her neck sheepishly. Star laughed, and flew out the window towards Canterlot. His little sister waved goodbye as he did so.

Star Phantom in:

A Lovely Gala

Romance at the Dance

Star flew invisibly over the city of Canterlot. The entire city was dressed up for the event. Lights glowed from every building, chariots and carts filled the streets, fireworks lit the night, some of them he had to avoid. It took some time to find an alleyway that was out of the way, but he did eventually. Thankfully, it was only about three blocks from the Palace, where the Gala would be taking place.

He landed quietly and transformed before making his way onto the street. From where he stood, he could hear music. A song being sung by some of the guests, and from the voices he could hear, that included AJ and her friends.

“Wow, Pinkie Pie and Rarity, I could see singing here, but not AJ, and especially not Rainbow.” He pondered for a moment, then shrugged. Whatever, if they wanted to sing, then let them sing. He was about to head off toward the main gate, when an armored hoof grabbed him and yanked him back into the alley.

In quick succession, he shoved the hoof off, and readied his ecto-blasts. The light revealed a pony in dark blue armor, with slitted eyes, and bat-like wings.

“Star Phantom?” She asked in a hushed tone. Star kept his defensive posture, but still raised an eyebrow.

“Depends, who are you?”

The mare saluted. “Sergeant Shadow Swirl, Princess Luna’s Night Guard.” Star lowered his hooves, powering down his ecto-blasts. “I have orders to fly you into the Garden Entrance. Follow me.” The mare turned, and took off into the air. Star transformed once more, turned invisible, and followed. They flew right over the castle gates, where a large contingency of Royal Guards and Guards in White were inspecting guests.

Star’s eyes widened in realization. Celestia must’ve ordered more spectral defenses for the Gala, not that he could blame her. But why didn’t Luna warn him about this sooner? Sergeant Swirl flew down into the Palace Gardens, where only Night Guards could be seen. Star cautiously landed, and made himself visible again. He half expected the guards to jump him, but instead they simply greeted him with a nod, or a salute, and stood still once more. He looked at each of them, waiting to see what would happen.

“If I wanted you to inspect my guards, Star Phantom, I would’ve told them to stand in Parade.” The halfa turned to see Luna standing under the gazebo, in the most gorgeous dress he had ever seen.

A sleek, black dress, with shining hoof-shoes, and black crown upon her head. Her mane was still the same, flowing graciously in an invisible breeze. Truly a beautiful creature of the night. Star blinked away that sappy thought, and calmly walked over. He gave a small bow, and grinned.

“Your Highness.”

Luna giggled at his antics, and played along. “You may rise, Sir Star Phantom.” He did so, transforming back into StarShine Apple. The guards remained stoic, giving Star a good idea of how much Luna revealed to them.

“When Tia gave me permission to create my own guard force, I knew I would have to create one that wouldn’t target you. So, despite my sister’s disagreements, I didn’t transfer any from the Royal Guard, nor the GIW. They are all fresh from the batch, and eager to serve their Princess of the Night, and her allies.”

“Hehe, wow Luna. I’m impressed, and relieved.”

Luna smiled. “I knew you would be.” She then turned to her guards. “You may return to your patrol routes. I will summon you if needed.” The guards saluted, and took off into the air, taking V-formations before disappearing into the night.

“Very impressive.” Star complimented.

“Indeed,” Luna stepped down from the gazebo, “now let’s head inside. I hear the food is delicious this year.” Star presented a hoof, which Luna accepted gracefully. The two ponies walked into the Main Hall, unaware of the blood red eyes watching them from the shadows.

The Grand Galloping Gala, the most prestigious party in all of Equestria, one that millions of ponies wish they could attend, in the Beautiful City of Canterlot, hosted by the Princesses themselves, it was also the most boring thing Star has ever attended. He didn’t expect a Pinkie Pie Party, but he at least expected a party, with dancing, laughing, and tasty food. This was anything but.

The halfa had to fight back a yawn as he and Luna stood there watching the party from afar. Not a single Noble walked over to greet them, nor did they seem willing to do so. He sighed before sitting down on his haunches.

“The most hyped up party in all Equestria,” he began, “and I just want to leave.” Luna nodded in agreement.

“Oh yes, Sister, you’ll love the Gala.” She mocked. “A great way to mingle with our subjects, my tail.” Star laughed a little, seeing a regal princess act so grumpy is way more entertaining than it sounds.

He stood up and nodded his head towards the door. Luna nodded, smiling slightly. “Sure, let me just get us some punch before we depart.” The alicorn walked over to the punch table, choosing to ignore the stares she got as she did so. She poured two small glasses of punch, then walked away, tuning out the whispers of discontent. Once she met up with Star, they walked out the door back toward the Gardens, not realizing that their stalker was hot on their tail.

The pair stood in the Gardens, watching the animals play, or, in the case of some, avoiding Fluttershy. They couldn't help but laugh at the situation, no matter how bad they felt for her. The animals were always more skittish around new ponies, not that Fluttershy seemed to understand that. Star would go over and let her know about that, but at the same time, he didn’t want to crush her dreams.

So he was content with just sitting there with Luna, watching the pegasus chase some ducks behind a hedge. Once she was gone, the princess and the halfa let out the laughter they forced themselves to hold in.

“Oh wow, that was both funny, and kinda sad.”

Luna giggled. “Indeed. Perhaps later, we can assist her in her endeavour.” She raised her punch glass with her magic. “But for now, let us toast. To friendship.”

Star nodded, and raised his glass. “To friendship.” Star took a country sip, aka gulping the whole cup, of his glass. There was a sudden foul taste in his mouth. The halfa slapped Luna’s glass away from her mouth before the liquid could touch her lips.

“Star! What-” Luna’s surprise turned to horror as Star began to convulse on the ground, his hooves clutching his throat.

“Star!” The alicorn princess tried to place her hooves on him in a vain attempt to keep him steady. The halfa thrashed around for what felt like an eternity. His gagging and gasps for air gave off a sound of a dying animal.

Luna feared the worst as Star’s eyes rolled up into his head, and his body went limp.

She began to shake him. “Star.” Harder. “Star!” And harder. “Star!!”

Luna stood over the unconscious form of Star Apple, tears in her eyes as her worst fears are being realized. She leaned in, and could thankfully hear breathing, although slow and shallow. She shook the body once more, although more gently this time. “Star.”

The halfa groaned, clutching his head. His eyes slowly blinked open, and his gaze immediately fell on the most beautiful creature he had ever seen. Hearts blinked in and out of existence around this exquisite female. His real heart began to race, and a blush appeared on his cheeks.

Luna raised an eyebrow as Star blushed, then gave her a loving gaze.

“Wow.” He said softly. “I never realized, you look beautiful while staring at me worriedly.”

Wait, what? Luna stared at the lovesick stallion with confusion, never realizing that she was now blushing.

“Um, Star?” She asked cautiously. “Are you okay?”

“Okay?” The stallion sat up, giving Luna a perfect view of his face, the newest feature being the pink tink within his eyes. “I’m better than okay, now that you're here, my Lovely Moon.” The princess had no time to react before he wrapped himself around her, and puckered up. With a shriek, she used her magic to shove the stallion away from him.

“Star, what is the matter with you?!” She suspended him in mid-air, although it did little to stop him from attempting to reach out and kiss her.

“Oh, Luna, my dear, can’t a stallion simply be lovestruck?” The alicorn whipped her head around to see BlueBlood standing there. A vial of pink liquid floated in his magic. “Although, I was hoping you would be just as loving to him too.” He smiled sinisterly. “After all, two foul creatures of darkness deserve each other.”

“BlueBlood.” Luna muttered darkly. “Release him now.”

“I’m afraid I cannot, my dear.” His grin could make Tirek flinch. “For there is no known antidote for this poison.”

“What?!”

“Love is the most incurable toxin, isn’t it, Auntie.” Luna charged up her magic, ready to blast him to Tartarus so that he can rot for all eternity. BlueBlood could see the magic brewing in her horn, and rolled his eyes.

“Fine, just so this is a fair game, I’ll give you a hint.” He presented the vial once more, along with a page that appeared to have been ripped out of a book. “This poison is the reason we celebrate Hearts and Hooves Day. Surely you know the legend.” The unicorn hid the page away, along with the vial. “That’s the only clue you have. Enjoy the party, Princess.”

With a flick of his tail, he turned and walked away. “Have a lovely evening.” His eyes flashed blood red as he emphasized the word. Luna aimed to fire her magic, but the halfa disappeared before she could. It didn’t help that a certain lovesick stallion managed to break through her magic, and tackled her to the ground.

“Oh my Sweet Darling Luna!” Star decreed. “I’ve been away from you for too long, oh how I missed you!”

With a groan, Luna managed to push him off. “You’ve been detached from me for two minutes!”

“Which is more time than I’m able to survive without you!” The Royal Princess had to find the hidden strength within herself to avoid facepalming herself. Unfortunately, she couldn’t find that strength, and so she did just that.

“You’re so adorable when you’re annoyed.” Star said lovingly. Luna, on the other hand, decided to scream in rage.

The scream echoed through the garden, frightening Fluttershy, which distracted her from her goal of catching the ducks. Much to their relief. The shy pegasus snuck her way over to the hedgerow, and peeked around the edge to Princess Luna and Star Phantom kissing?! The pegasus’ eyes remained wide as she fell back behind the hedge and fainted.

Luna was trying desperately to get Star off of her, no matter how much she wanted this. Wait, where did that come from?! With a hard shove, she got the stallion off. Her nostrils were flaring, despite the blush she still had on her face. The alicorn then began the process of spitting away the kiss.

Star looked at her with surprise. “M-My Princess… did I… do something wrong?”

“Yes! Star, this is wrong!” Normally Luna would try to keep calm, but after what just happened, her mind said screw it! “I don’t love you!” Star was about to rebuke that when Luna shoved her hoof into his mouth.

“And you don’t love me! This is all from a poison! We’re just friends! That’s all we’re ever meant to be, Star!”

Star glared at her, then shoved the hoof away. “How would you know how I feel? Huh?! Maybe I do love you, maybe the poison is only an inhibitor remover! You can;t tell me how I feel, Miss Princess of the Night!”

“I know because it’s not you! You don’t talk like this, you don’t act like this, and you would never force yourself onto me like you did right there!”

“I’m simply showing you how much I love-” Luna shoved him away, which shocked him more than anything. They both stared at each other for what felt like an eternity, until Luna broke the silence.

“Don’t say that please. Never say that to me again.” The growl in her voice put Star on edge. He decided to shut up, and let the mare have her space. She’ll come around. “Stay here, wait until I find a way to cure this poison… then we’ll see how we feel.” Lune spread her wings, and took off toward the castle, leaving Star alone and heartbroken.

Wait, it wasn’t his heart, it was his head! He clutched his head in pain, transforming back to Star Apple in the process.

Luna landed in her room, immediately grabbing her pillow and screaming into it. Okay, with that frustration out of her system, she could think of a plan. What did BlueBlood mean by the legend of Hearts and Hooves Day. Hearts and Hooves Day was a way to remember the near tragic event involving… “Oh.” She said in realization. Of course!

The incident where a Prince tricked a Princess he loved into drinking a potion with him, causing them to both neglect their duties and health in favor of never leaving the other’s side. That’s what BlueBlood meant. Now all she has to do was remember how they finally broke the curse.

“Think Luna, think!”

Star slowly sat up, his head still ringing. “What happened?” He remembered going out into the garden with Luna, then taking a country sip of his punch, then that awful taste, and nothing else. What was in that drink, where was Luna, and why did his lips feel like they were working overtime?

“Luna?!” The halfa got up and looked around. “Where is she?” He transformed into Star Phantom, and took off into the air.

“Luna?!” The mare in question snapped her head around, seeing Star Phantom floating outside her window. “Are you okay?”

“S-Star!’ Luna tried to block his gaze, much to the stallion’s confusion.

“W-wait, what-”

“Star, do you love me?!”

Wait, what?! Where did that come from?! A bright green blush formed on his face. “Uh, I… I-”

Luna stared at him with apprehension. Was it an hour already? It couldn’t have been. Maybe something went wrong, since she wasn’t affected at all by the poison.

“Do you… not remember?”

Star removed the blanket that was thrown over him, and stared at her. “I remember, feeling strange, and I thought we were…” He stopped and stared at her. The halfa could sense the fear from the mare, obviously at what he said next.

“But we weren’t, were we?” They both couldn’t help but feel a little downtrodden at the realization, the small part of them that wanted it to be true taking over for a minute.

“No, Star, we weren’t. It was the poison that did it.”

“BlueBlood.” Star’s eyes grew brighter as he growled out that name. Luna took a step back in shock.

‘Star? Are you okay?”

“No, I feel like my heart’s been ripped in two. But I know who I can take it out on!” Star took off back toward the castle. Luna watched him go, a sad smile following her gaze. The alicorn placed a hoof on her chest as her heart seemed to skip a beat. She could feel it beating rapidly, almost in a frenzy.

Star Phantom, what are you doing to me?

The Gala was quickly becoming a disaster. Some pink pony was jumping around, singing badly, and just being a general nuisance. Another country mare was selling appolish edibles, poor commoner food. The animals outside were now restless thanks to a crazy pegasus, and to top it all off, this one unicorn wouldn’t leave BlueBlood alone!

No matter how much he was playing the fool, Rarity would follow him around like a lost puppy. The Noble had to withhold a groan, all he wanted was for his plan to succeed without issues. Is that too much to ask?!

Apparently, it was. He suddenly felt a pair of hooves slammed into his chest, pushing him through the wall. Rarity, who was looking the other way, turned back and found “Her Prince” gone.

“Prince BlueBlood?” She asked meekly.

BlueBlood was flung into a nearby wall. The items that were placed upon it were sent flying. The unicorn rubbed the back of his head to alleviate the pain. He slowly opened his eyes to get a view of his attacker.

Standing tall above him was Star Phantom, his eyes glowing with rage, and the aura that surrounded him radiated power.

This is impossible. He thought. “How?”

The noble was picked up by the scruff of his coat. Star pulled him into until BlueBlood could feel the breath on his snout.

“You’d be amazed how powerful I can be when I’m angry, and I’m livid!” The halfa then flung him over his shoulder into the opposite wall. BlueBlood managed to use his powers to fly intangibly through the stone wall, and land on his hooves on the other side. As he recovered, Star flew in and fired an ecto-blast.

BlueBlood formed a shield and fired back, to which Star dodged with ease. He charged forward, hooves glowing with ecto-energy. BlueBlood transformed into Ghost Blood right before impact. The two went flying up into the main hall.

Celestia sighed as she finally had a chance to take a break, and talk to her favorite student, Twilight Sparkle. The purple unicorn offered the princess some punch, to which she gladly accepted.

“Why thank you, Twilight.” She said softly. “After tonight, I could use some refreshment.” But before the punch could touch their lips, two ghostly figures flew through the floor, slamming the drinks from their magic, and crashed onto the main stage.

The Gala attendees watched in horrific awe as the ghostly menace Star Phantom stood up, the Canterlot Ghost held tightly in his hooves. Celestia glared, and used her magic to summon the GIW and Royal Guards.

Star was blasted by Ghost Blood, and fell onto the main floor as the crowd dispersed in a panic. The older halfa fired another ecto-blast, which he jumped out of the way. He pushed himself back onto the stage, and nailed Ghost Blood’s head with a mighty sucker punch.

AppleJack was pushing a large apple cake toward the main hall, when she saw the GIW making their way down the hall. She could tell right away they were about to join a fight, as they had their ecto-weapons charged, With an innocent “Whoops,” she pushed the cart into their path.

The agents couldn’t stop in time, and their inertia sent them piling into the cake. The country mare pulled the ecto-rope from her hat, and ran off before the GIW could see her.

Royal Guards were trying to make their way to the main hall, but their path was blocked by Night Guards.

The lead guard, Captain Shining Armor, marched up the leading Night Guard, Sergeant Shadow Swirl.

“Explain yourself, Sergeant.” he demanded. Shadow Swirl saluted.

“Sir, I have orders to make sure no pony gets in, as GIW agents are already engaged.”

“The Royal Guard have orders to assist them, as well as evacuate civilians.”

“Civilians are already evacuated.” Shadow Swirl had to hide her grin from the now enraged Guard Captain.

“Those orders are cancelled, under the authority of Princess Celestia-”

“Our regiment does not follow under Princess Celestia’s jurisdiction, we are under the orders of Princess Luna herself.”

“Her orders do not-”

“Are you questioning the authority of a Princess of Equestria?!” Shadow Swirl marched up to Shining Armor, her fighting hoof clutching the hilt of her sword, her guards held their spears tighter, ready to engage if given reason. “Do I need to detain you for disobedience?!”

Shining Armor seemed ready to fight, however, the sight of multiple nobles requisitioning his guards for ‘protection.’ So instead, he simply glared at the Sergeant and growled. “This isn’t over.”

With that, he walked away. Shadow Swirl simply grinned. “I do believe it is, Captain Armor.”

Star threw Ghost Blood onto the table, scattering the contents on the table. The beaten halfa tried to crawl away from him, but Star simply picked him up once again.

“Not so tough without your tricks, are ya?” he growled.

“P-please, Star Phantom.” Ghost Blood said in a meek voice. “H-h-have m… mercy.”

“Ha! Mercy? Boy, you really are playing the pathetic card tonight, aren’t ya?” Star readied his fist for a final blow. Ghost Blood shut his eyes in preparation. Except, the blow would never come, as Star was hit by a pink ecto-ray. In his rage, the young halfa never noticed the second Ghost Blood flying above them.

The beaten Ghost Blood then disappeared, and morphed into the unharmed unicorn. He clicked his tongue in mock disappointment.

“Oh, Star, Star, Star.” The unicorn droned. “If only you actually were strong enough to beat me in a fair fight.” Star tried to get up, but a second blast kept him down.

“But alas, you chose to continue the life of a country hick, never truly considering the things I could teach you.” Ghost Blood sighed. “But I’m willing to let bygones be bygones if you simply come with me.”

Star slowly pushed himself up. “And what? Join you?” Star let out a weak laugh. “As if I’d join a fruitloop like you!”

Ghost Blood growled. “Very well.” He prepared a large ecto-blast and aimed. “Goodbye, Star Phantom. It truly has been an honor.” Star closed his eyes, and prepared for the end.

Except, the end never came. Ghost Blood felt something wrap around him. He looked down to see a glowing rope wrapped around his chest. Before he could question it, the rope tightened, and he was violently pulled to the ground. He hit the floor with enough force to create a web of cracks on the marble.

Ghost Blood looked up to see AppleJack standing above him, her eyes glaring at him with a death wish.

“Y’all really shouldn’t ‘ave messed with mah brother.” She growled. He turned and lifted her left hind leg. She slammed down hard on the hafla’s head, creating more cracks in the web. Another kick sent Ghost Blood flying into the air, the rope untying itself in the process. He prepared for impact, but felt magic wrap around him.

The aura was dark blue, giving the unicorn a good idea as to who caught him. Luna flew up to him, a squadron of her guards flanked both her sides.

“BlueBlood.” The alicorn said blankly. The tone made him gulp. “For crimes against Equestria, and the Crown that serves her, I hereby place you under arrest, any final words?”

BlueBlood sighed. “Yes, I’m afraid I cannot accept these charges, as that would expose your precious Star Phantom”s secret.” All eyes widened at the realization. “But I know when I am beaten. For now, I shall once again retreat to my estate, and lick my well deserved wounds.” He looked at the Night Guards, and the ecto-weapons they were now branding. “I also acknowledge that I shall be under surveillance while in the city, as per the agreed terms to our arrangement.”

The halfa slowly dissolved before anypony could stop him, a mocking “Tah Tah,” was all that was said.

AJ immediately ran over to assist Star, helping him to his hooves. With a sigh, Star transformed back into Star Apple, just before Celestia and several GIW agents entered the hall. Luna quickly teleported the two to her room before they could be spotted.

“Luna!” She cried, running over to quickly embrace her younger sister in a hug. “Are you alright?”

Luna nodded. “I am, the Canterlot Ghost has been defeated… thanks to the efforts of my guards.” She said gesturing to the guards standing at attention behind her. Celestia looked them over, and nodded her head in acceptance.

“I guess you were right, sister.” The alicorn sighed. “I’m just glad you’re okay.” The two embraced one more time before Celestia and the GIW departed, apparently, the sun princess wished to grab a donut at some donut shop in the city.

Luna let out a loud sigh of relief, and turned to her guards. “Make sure BlueBlood leaves the city limits, once he does, return to your posts. Be extra vigilant tonight.” The guards saluted, and went to do as they were asked.

AJ helped Star to the bed, where he immediately laid down and groaned. “AJ>” He said. “Tonight, was not the ‘Best Night Ever.’” His twin let out a small chuckle.

“On that, you and ah can agree.” She sat down next to him in the bed, placing a hoof on his shoulder. “Y’all gonna be okay?”

Star sighed, then nodded. “Yeah, just need to rest and let my wounds heal. Might take a while though.” He explained, looking over the gashes and burns that covered his body. AJ thought for a moment, then an idea struck. She took off her hat and reached in. Star watched in confusion as AJ seemed to fish through a large amount of stuff.

How does she fit so much in there? He asked mentally. A few seconds later, the mare pulled out a potion bottle. Inside was toxic green liquid. Star’s face asked the question for him.

“It’s a healing potion Zecora whipped up.” AJ explained. “She made it with your DNA in mind.” She popped open the bottle, and brought it over to Star’s face. With a cringe, he guzzled down the disgusting drink. He hacked and coughed after finishing it.

Ugh! That stuff takes disgusting!” AJ let out a small laugh at her twin’s reaction, and was amazed at how quick the potion got to work.

The halfa’s wounds glowed brightly as they were sealed up and healed. Star exhaled softly as the pain disappeared along with the wounds. After a minute of healing, the glowing stopped, and the wounds were healed. The two looked at the wounds, then each other before embracing each other in a bone crushing hug.

Star Phantom stood alone in the wrecked main hall. He looked at the destroyed tables, cracked marble, and messed up stage. His ears flicked in the direction of hoofsteps coming toward him, he then turned to see Luna walking up to him. He quickly turned away and bowed his head. Luna stopped next to him, and sighed.

“Star.” She said softly. “You know I’ll always care about you.” Star didn’t respond. “But.. I’m not sure how I feel yet, about us… being together in that way.”

“I feel like an idiot.”

“Star, it wasn’t you, it was that poison-”

“Was it?” He snapped. “I don’t even know anymore, my head is telling one thing, and my heart is telling me another!” The halfa turned to the alicorn, and looked her straight in the eye. “It may have been the poison that made me act that way, but it was my heart that told me who to act that way.” The two were now blushing, not that either of them noticed. Star turned away again.

Luna looked down, then grew determined. “Star, if you truly feel that way toward me, then let me decide for myself whether or not I return those feelings.” Silence echoed around the room. “Until then, please,” she begged, “let’s just be friends. Let’s not be the friendship breaking moment.” Star said nothing, he simply looked at the floor. Luna looked away, afraid of what he was going to say.

The halfa turn to face her, sighed, and smiled. “Yeah, I can accept that.” The two stared at each other, Luna mimicking the stallion's smile. Their moment was interrupted by the sudden introduction of slow music. They both looked toward the stage to see DJ-Pon3, Octavia, Lyra, and Bon Bon standing on stage. All four waved innocently at them, smiling wide.

Luna looked at Star with a raised eyebrow, to which he shrugged. “Figured we could have at least one dance together. After all, it is a big, fancy dance.” He then presented a hoof to the princess. She stared at it for barely a second before accepting it, and joining him in a dance.

Vinyl increased the volume of the song, as the other three mares joined in, with Lyra providing her lyre, Octavia playing her cello, and Bon Bon singing the lyrics to the rhythm.

See that weight on your wings?
So I know what you’re feeling.
Yeah you got bigger dreams
So keep on believing.

Star and Luna slowly tango’d in a circle as the song began, their hooves stepped in line with the beat.

“Star,” Luna asked cautiously, “how-”

“Affected am I by the poison?” He finished for her. “Just enough to not be afraid to do this.” The halfa answered honestly. Luna stared in awe, then smiled as she laid her head onto his shoulder.

“I can live with that.”

Don’t let your colors bleed into gray
We’ve got each other and chances to take
Yeah you’ve got bigger dreams
So keep on believing.

I’ll chase the sky with you.
I’ll chase the night with you.
I’ll chase the light with you.
If you wanna fly
I’ll chase the sky.

Woah oh woah
Woah oh woah
Woah oh woah
If you wanna fly
I’ll chase the sky.

As the Bon Bon sang the chorus, the two began to float into the air. Luna looked down, then held her self closer to Star. He simply laughed as they continued to dance off the ground.

Anything in your heart
Is more than worth keeping.
I’ll shoot for the stars
If that’s what you needed.

Just say the word and baby I’ll run
I’ll find a way to go beyond the sun.
I’ll shoot for the stars
If that’s what you wanted.

I’ll chase the sky with you.
I’ll chase the night with you.
I’ll chase the light with you.
If you wanna fly,
I’ll chase the sky.

Woah oh woah
Woah oh woah
Woah oh woah
If you wanna fly
I’ll chase the sky.

AppleJack watched the dance from afar. Tears pooled in her eyes as she watched her brother truly be happy for the first time in months. She looks outside to the stars, and saw two streaks across the sky.

“Mom, Dad… Ah hope y’all are proud of him.”

I’ll chase, I’ll chase
It all with you.
I’ll run, I’ll walk
I’ll crawl for you.
(For you)

I’ll chase the sky with you
I’ll chase the night with you
I’ll chase the light with you
If you wanna fly
I’ll chase the sky.

I’ll chase the sky with you
I’ll chase the night with you
I’ll chase the light with you
If you wanna fly
I’ll chase the sky.

Woah oh woah
Woah oh woah
Woah oh woah
If you wanna fly
I’ll chase the sky.

Star Phantom and Luna landed safely on the ground as the song came to a close, their embrace remained firm for a few seconds before they separated. The two blushed furiously, the heat from their cheeks quickly became noticeable.

With a cough, Luna nodded to Star. “Thank you, for one last dance, Star Phantom.”

Star bowed. “Anytime, Princess Luna.”

With that, the alicorn princess left for her quarters, leaving the halfa alone on the dance floor. With a satisfied smile, he waved the four mares away, allowing them to go home for the night. He then walked up to AppleJack, who nodded.

“Let’s go.” She said. “I’m plum tuckered out.” star chuckled, and grabbed his twin before taking off into the air. They flew invisibly over the city, not once being noticed by any guards or nobles.

The journey wasn’t long at all, as Star flew home at the fastest speed he could. He landed in AJ’s room, then wished her goodnight. He left the room and went to his own.

Star took off his suit, and laid down on the bed.

He thought about everything that had happened to him since he got his powers. The ghosts he’s fought, the enemies who now target him, and the friendships he’s made. Star thought about what his life would be like without his powers. But the halfa quickly threw those away. If Star was honest, he was glad he got his powers, and he wouldn’t change a thing.

Star Apple went to sleep that night, looking forward to what tomorrow would bring. He wasn;t away of the elderly alicorn watching him through a portal, a blank expression on his face. With a hum, he looked at the watch held in his magic.

“All is as it should be.” With that, the alicorn closed the portal, leaving the halfa to rest after one heck of a Gala.

The End

Author's Note

I just want to thank everyone who supported me from the beginning. I am a big fan of both Danny Phantom and My Little Pony. So one day I said, "Why not combine the two?' and thus, Star Phantom was born.

To finally finish a fanfiction is a huge accomplishment for me, and I'm proud of what I had worked on. If it wasn't for supportive readers such as yourselves, I probably would've abandoned this project under the mass of college essays and work.

I just want to give you all the credit you deserve, and I can't wait to continue the Journey in Season 2 of Star Phantom.

Thank you, and see you on the battlefield.